Social Contract Theory

Social Contract Theory, also known as Principles of Political Rights, is Rousseau's most influential representative work. It advocates "e;people are born free"e; and proposes "e;social order is the foundation of all other rights"e;. As a work of political philosophy, its idea of "e;sovereignty belongs to the people"e; has had a profound impact on later generations. Liang Qichao once said: "e;Socia...